Library
Online Library Resources
To access these databases off-campus, your CHS login will allow you to view this password document.
Local Libraries Research Databases Citation Tools
The Research Process
Research Modules
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Evaluating Sources
Intro to one method for evaluating the utility of an information source |
Research Strategy
Developing a research topic, question and search strategy |
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Choosing and Using Keywords
Developing and using database search terms (from the Pfau Library at CSUSB) |
MLA citation
Brief explanation of when and how to cite sources using MLA format |
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Choosing and Using Databases
Efficiently locate and use credible sources through a database |
Selecting Appropriate Sources
Identifying the best sources for your information need |
Literacy Resources
- Overdrive: E-Books and Audiobooks
- Accelerated Reader
- Community & Open Ed. Resources
- Book Review Blogs
- Looking for a book to read? Check out these sites!
Overdrive: E-Books and Audiobooks
Accelerated Reader
Community & Open Ed. Resources
Book Review Blogs
Maybe you don't love to read but you need to find something for your enrichment reading assignment. Here are some places to find fun, interesting titles that might fit the bill.
Teenreads.com- Reviews, reading lists and author interviews are just some of the things you will find at this site.
Guys Read - This site has suggestions of titles that may appeal to guys! But, girls, don't let that stop you. These are great books for anyone. Use the navigation buttons to look at the list for older guys.
ALA Booklists and Awards - Who better to ask about books than a librarian? The American Library Association's Young Adult division gives out lots of awards every year. They also have compiled lists of books recommended for the college-bound student. That's YOU!
BookSeer - Type in the name and author of a book that you liked and Bookseer will give you a list of books similar to the one you read.
Tino Booktalk - Check out the book reviews written by students at CHS, just like you! If you would like to submit a book review, download this form and send your book review to Mrs. Accorinti.
WhichBook - This website helps you select books based on different criteria that you select. Lots of reviews and suggestions.
Looking for a book to read? Check out these sites!
Recent Arrivals
Find a book in the CHS Library!
Hours
Computer Lab/Cart Schedule & Sign-Up Form
Contact
2018-19 Academic Projects
US History: Visual Essay - Databases and Citation
Voices of Modern Culture: Tutorial Videos
Media Analysis Project: Video Tutorials
- Downloading Video from Youtube on a Chromebook
- Downloading from Youtube on a PC or Mac
- Picture in Picture and using WeVideo
- Screencastify
- Editing Audio
- Making Cuts
- Getting Help - WeVideo Academy (more tutorials than you'll ever need)
iMovie Help Videos
- iMovie Tutorial Part 1: Setting Up iMovie and Importing Video
- iMovie Tutorial Part 2: Adding Clips, Adjusting Volume, Inserting Narration
If you need more help, or if you want to know how to use the latest versions of iMovie or Windows Movie Maker, go to Youtube and search for iMovie or Windows Movie Maker 2017 or whichever version you will be working with. There are many other good tutorials out there.
Further Reading
Book Recommendations
- The Hub (reviews by teens)
- Epic Reads (reviews, contests and giveaways)
- TeenReads (reviews, blogs, polls, etc.)
- Reading Rants (teen booklists)
Student Publication Opportunities
- Teen Ink and their listing of outside pubs
- Canvas teen literary magazine
- Cicada magazine
- Young Authors guide from NewPages
- The Telling Room contest/prize list
- Scholastic writing competitions